Plan of Conservation and Development
Draft of Plan of Conservation and Development
The Planning and Zoning Commission has completed a draft of the Town of Vernon's Plan of Conservation and Development, a document that will guide land use for the next decade. The community is encouraged to review the document and to provide comments in advance of a planned September 14, 2021 public hearing on the plan.
Please forward written comments to the Town Planner, George McGregor at gmcgregor@vernon-ct.gov.
- Town of Vernon Plan of Conservation and Development, May 25, 2021, Draft for Public Review
- Appendix A: Background and Data Analysis
- Appendix B: Future Land Use Plan Full Size Maps
Revised Draft of Plan of Conservation and Development
- Town of Vernon Plan of Conservation and Development, October 28, 2021
- Appendix A: Background and Data Analysis
- Appendix B: Future Land Use Plan Full Size Maps
Public Workshops
Public Zoom Workshop, April 29, 2021, 7 p.m.
Public Zoom Workshop January 14, 2021, 7 p.m.
Public Workshop Presentation Summary
Public Presentations
Plan of Conservation and Development Goals, Objectives and Strategies April 12, 2021
Draft Future Land Use Plan Narrative March 24, 2021
Draft Future Land Use Plan Map
Draft Maximum Residential Densities Plan Map
Draft Visions, Goals, Objectives
Data Analysis - Community Survey
What is a POCD?
Town of Vernon Planning and Zoning Commission, with assistance from the planning consulting firm of Milone & MacBroom, Inc. (MMI), is preparing an update to the Town’s Plan of Conservation and Development, or POCD. The POCD is a guidance document that will provide a long-term vision for the Town and guide decision making relating to growth, development, and conservation over the next ten years. The State of Connecticut requires municipalities to update their POCD every ten years.
As a comprehensive plan, the POCD will look at a range of topics that will influence Vernon over the coming decade, including demographics, housing, land use, community facilities, infrastructure, economic development, open space, recreation, transportation, and sustainability. While it is important to understand data and trends, it is equally important to understand the priorities of the community. There are several ways for the public to get involved throughout the process, including public workshops and community surveys.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How can I participate?
A: Follow and share Vernon’s social media for posted updates. Invite your Vernon friends, family, neighbors, colleagues, and others to visit the website and to stay connected to this process.
Q: What sort of information may the Commission consider in updating the Plan?
A: Connecticut General Statutes, Section 8-23, provides that the Commission may accept information from any source or solicit input from any organization or individual in updating the Plan.
Q: What are the statutory requirements for the Plan?
A: Connecticut General Statutes, Section 8-23, outlines the requirements for the Plan.
Get Involved!
There are several ways for you to get involved:
Attend a Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
The public is invited to attend regularly scheduled and special meetings of the Planning and Zoning Commission.